Every Movie and TV Show Premiering on Peacock This Week, Including James Griffiths’s New Hit Comedy
Peacock brings an exciting lineup of new entertainment to the platform during the first full week of August. Viewers can look forward to a diverse mixture of intense crime drama series, indie comedy films, romantic features, and compelling true crime docuseries. Each title offers unique storytelling designed to captivate audience members looking for fresh releases. The week features compelling narrative arcs along with impressive ensemble casts across multiple genres.
‘Ms. X’ (2026)
Starring Melissa George as Mia, a suburban mother whose plan to frighten her unfaithful husband spirals out of control. She teams up with an old high school friend to orchestrate a harmless scare that accidentally turns homicidal. The chaotic chain of events pulls Mia into a dangerous criminal underworld caught between law enforcement, drug cartels, and local neighborhood politics. This six part crime dramedy series ‘Ms. X’ officially premieres on Peacock on Monday, August 3.
‘The Ballad of Wallis Island’ (2025)
Directed by James Griffiths, this comedy film focuses on an eccentric lottery winner named Charles who lives alone on a remote island. Charles dreams of reuniting his favorite folk music duo and invites the former bandmates to perform a private concert at his estate. The reunion becomes complicated because the musicians are also former lovers who share unresolved personal history. Old tensions resurface as stormy weather traps everyone on the island, forcing the host to scramble to salvage his dream event. Audiences can stream ‘The Ballad of Wallis Island’ when it arrives on Peacock on Thursday, August 6.
‘You, Me & Tuscany’ (2026)
This romantic comedy stars Halle Bailey as Anna, a young woman who unexpectedly loses her housing and travels to Italy to crash at a vacant villa. Her impulsive trip takes an unexpected turn when the owner’s mother arrives, prompting Anna to pretend she is engaged to the son. The harmless deception grows far more complicated when the handsome cousin played by Regé-Jean Page appears on the property. As genuine romantic feelings ignite between them, Anna must navigate the fallout of her elaborate lie while discovering a new path in life. The romantic feature film ‘You, Me & Tuscany’ debuts on Peacock on Friday, August 7.
‘Unknown Serial Killers of America’ (2025)
This gripping docuseries investigates some of the most elusive and obscure murderers in United States history who managed to avoid public notoriety. Law enforcement officials, criminal profilers, and family members of victims provide detailed accounts of how these dangerous predators operated in the shadows. Each episode examines a specific case, utilizing archival footage and firsthand interviews to reveal how investigators eventually brought the perpetrators to justice. The series highlights lesser known historical crimes while honoring the memory of those impacted by the tragedies. True crime enthusiasts can tune into ‘Unknown Serial Killers of America’ when it premieres on Peacock on Sunday, August 9.
Which of these upcoming Peacock releases are you most excited to watch this week, and what are your thoughts on the new lineup in the comments?
